Abstract | PURPOSE: METHODS: Thirty patients were randomly divided into two groups: proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation group (n = 15) and proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation combined with myofascial release technique group (n = 15). Both treatment methods were performed 3 times a week for 4 weeks. Pain severity was assessed by Visuel Analog Scale, range of motion by a goniometer, muscle strength by digital hand dynamometer, quality of life by Nottingham health profile, functionality by arm, shoulder and hand problems questionnaire, disability by shoulder pain and disability index. All measurements were used before and after treatments. Pain severity, range of motion and muscle strength were also evaluated after the first session. RESULTS: After the treatment, shoulder pain, range of motion, muscle strength, functionality and disability were improved in two groups (p < 0.05). Proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation showed improvement in pain, whereas myofascial release technique improved pain, physical activity, emotional state, sleep and total dimensions of life quality (p < 0.05). Proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation was more effective in reducing activity pain, whereas myofascial release technique was more effective in increasing flexion, external and internal rotation range of motion, flexion and abduction muscle strength after the first session (p < 0.05). CONCLUSIONS:
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Authors | Merve Sinem Çelik, Emel Sönmezer, Manolya Acar |
Journal | Somatosensory & motor research
(Somatosens Mot Res)
2022 Jun-Dec
Vol. 39
Issue 2-4
Pg. 97-105
ISSN: 1369-1651 [Electronic] England |
PMID | 34991428
(Publication Type: Randomized Controlled Trial, Journal Article)
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Topics |
- Humans
- Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
- Muscle Stretching Exercises
- Shoulder Pain
(therapy)
- Quality of Life
- Myofascial Release Therapy
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